Fillmore Street, San Francisco

Fillmore Street, located in San Francisco, begins in the Lower Haight neighborhood and extends northwards through the Fillmore District and Pacific Heights until it reaches the Marina District. It serves as the main roadway and is named after Millard Fillmore, a former American President.

The portion of Fillmore Street that runs through the Fillmore neighborhood reflects the area's diverse character. Here, you can find a blend of family-owned local businesses, popular chain stores, lively jazz clubs, and a wide array of ethnic restaurants. Plaques on the sidewalk commemorate the stores, restaurants, and clubs that were lost due to redevelopment.

The neighborhood's historical connections are also preserved. For instance, Jimbo's Bop City, a nightclub that was frequented by renowned jazz musicians in the 1940s and 1950s, had its original building relocated to Fillmore Street during redevelopment. It now houses Marcus Bookstore, an Afrocentric bookstore.

Another notable feature of Fillmore Street is "the Triangle," which is formed at the intersection of Fillmore and Greenwich streets. This area gained a reputation and is known for the presence of three prominent bars: Balboa Cafe, East Side West, and City Tavern.

The Fillmore, west of Larkin Street, was established in the 1880s and became a bustling commercial hub. Streetcar service started in July 1895. Despite the 1906 earthquake, Fillmore Street stayed mostly intact and became a major route for the first resumed streetcar service. The street also attracted theaters and department stores after the disaster. However, the decorative arches on the street's intersections from 1907 to 1943 were removed for the war effort.

Why You Should Visit:
Lively street in a charming neighborhood. Wonderful jazz clubs, eating places and shops to buy that something special you won't find everywhere. Great for nightlife!

Tip:
Stray off of the street to see gorgeous Victorian homes.